After weeks of outcry from the public and failed efforts to corral votes for bills that sought to eviscerate Louisiana's public records law, state senators signaled they had reached a

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has enacted new laws at the urging of Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple, who has said a more industry-friendly climate will result in lower premium rates for Louisiana residents.

The first bill Landry signed was HB 120 by Rep. Matt Willard (D-New Orleans), which keeps in place the state’s Fortify Homes Program, through which residents can apply for a limited number of grants to harden their roofs against hurricanes. The program began under Temple’s now-retired predecessor, Jim Donelon.

The changes to who can carry guns without a permit has sparked controversy, particularly among those concerned about the potential effects in high tourism areas in New Orleans. See the results of our exclusive poll here.

Will Louisiana's homestead exemption be in play if lawmakers approve a convention to rewrite the Constitution?

State Sen. Kirk Talbot authored Senate Bill 323 and he sat next to Gov. Jeff Landry during the signing ceremony at the Louisiana Capitol on Tuesday, May 7. The bill "provides for fair claims processing.

More than a dozen insurers went bust following the 2021 and 2022 hurricane seasons, leaving an enduring angst among Louisiana residents. Here's more from our exclusive poll.